Fran Kay Schwaiger Scholarship Grant

The Fran Kay Schwaiger Scholarship, offered by the Central Alabama Community Foundation, supports graduating seniors from any Cullman County high school. Two scholarships are available, with recipients eligible for renewal for three additional years. Applicants must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, and plan to pursue a degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics at an accredited four-year institution. This initiative aims to foster educational opportunities in STEM fields and contribute to community development.

Central Alabama Community Foundation
The Central Alabama Community Foundation (CACF) is a regional philanthropic organization established to connect donors with community needs and create lasting impact across Central and East Alabama. CACF envisions vibrant, resilient communities where generosity is transformed into long-term opportunity through permanent endowments and collaborative partnerships. Its funding priorities include education, health, human services, cultural arts, recreation, historic preservation, and other civic initiatives, with grantmaking and scholarship programs designed to address critical community needs and support sustainable development across the region.
Established for the benefit of graduating seniors of any high school in Cullman County, the scholarship provides two scholarships, and recipients may apply to renew the scholarship for three additional years. Eligible applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, demonstrate financial need, plan to attend an accredited four-year college or university, and intend to pursue a course of study in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.